1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 2004 Vector M12
To start off, 2004 Vector M12 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari F40. (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari F40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vector M12 weights approximately 526 kg more than 1987 Ferrari F40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari F40. (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari F40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari F40 | 2004 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Vector |
| Model | F40 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |
